Alexandria History
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History
Beneath the High School: The Lost Story of Alexandria’s Seminary School for Colored Children
ALEXANDRIA, VA – On the very grounds where Alexandria City High School now stands once stood a modest, underfunded school…
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SPORTS
Alexandria Aces Scorch Giants 20–10, Extend Blazing Win Streak to Four
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Frank Mann Field felt less like a baseball diamond and more like a blast furnace last night.…
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Alexandria News
Arnold Schwarzenegger to Headline Mount Vernon’s July 4 Naturalization Ceremony
ALEXANDRIA, VA — This Independence Day, a familiar face will help ring in America’s birthday at one of the most…
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City of Alexandria Revives Historic Pendleton Rooming House for Affordable Housing
ALEXANDRIA, VA — A historic gem in Alexandria’s Parker-Gray neighborhood is getting a new lease on life. The City of…
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The Twig Backs Inova Expansion with $300K Donation, More to Come
Alexandria, VA—The Twig, the Junior Auxiliary of Inova Alexandria Hospital, held its annual meeting on Wednesday, June 11, at the…
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Alexandria News
A Taste of the Past: Ice Cream History Tour Reveals Old Town Alexandria’s Hidden Gems
ALEXANDRIA, VA – They came for the ice cream. They stayed for the history. On a sublime blue-skied Sunday afternoon…
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History
Special Lecture at the Lyceum Explores Remarkable Archaeological Discovery
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Join a captivating evening as Mount Vernon archaeologists unveil an extraordinary discovery from beneath George Washington’s Mansion! “Unearthing…
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Backyard History
Help Alexandria Determine the Impact of Its Museums
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The Office of Historic Alexandria (OHA) is participating in a nationwide survey designed to determine the social impact of…
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Community News
Join the Alexandria Women’s History Walk on March 22, 2025
Alexandria, VA – As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Alexandria Celebrates Women! Did you know Alexandria…
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History
Alexandria Forum: Exploring Civil Rights in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA-On Friday, October 18, 2024, Historic Alexandria will host the Alexandria Forum. This day-long symposium focuses on the interpretation…
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